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The hotel has also implemented intelligent metering systems and software to consolidate data , which is displayed on permanent screens strategically placed within the foyer to ensure ongoing education and awareness of guests and staff . Data will be available in real time and will display daily , weekly , monthly and yearly energy and water consumption of the building .
The hotel is within walking distance of the Mall of Africa ’ s various amenities and is close to the Gautrain bus service and a secure bicycle parking facility , which means the hotel takes advantage of its location within the Waterfall City development to promote the use of sustainable public transport .
seating areas . The industrial look is continued in the exposed concrete soffit , stepped black brick wall opposite the bar , mirrored surfaces show the view from all angles . Black timber , copper clad bar . Pops of orange offset the black and white and echo the copper accents .
Interiors Louise Nogueira Dracopoulos of Oniro Studios was commissioned to realise a new vision for The
The Highline Restaurant Situated on the ninth floor , the Highline Restaurant enjoys panoramic views over Waterfall City . Designed by LYT Interiors , the space has a modern and edgy industrial feel . Black and white graphic patterning progresses through the space , showcased in a wall finish in one area and in the upholstery or bold , transitioning floor tile patterns in another . All the furniture was custom manufactured and the fabric choices for upholstery were made with the strong graphic theme in mind .
The bar is the focal point , centered in front of the window to emphasise the view . The curve of the concrete façade is echoed in the curve of the custom triple arched light fitting that hangs above the bar . The curved imagery is repeated in the black mesh arches that act as screens to define different
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